I was proud to write 4 chapters in the amazing book, Literary Geography (Greenwood Press, 2019), edited by Lynn Houston. It has now won the Eric Hoffer Book Award for Reference. It’s expensive, but get your library to buy a copy today.
The class of 1929 at the Junior College of Connecticut, which later became the University of Bridgeport.
Faculty Commencement Speaker
I am proud to have been chosen as the 2020 faculty commencement speaker for the University of Bridgeport’s first ever “virtual” graduation. Here’s a video of me giving a ‘preview’ to students. Full video to come.
Seeking Sustainability at Nod Hill
Read my article in the spring issue of Edible Nutmeg on Nod Hill Brewery in Connecticut.
Tom Thumb's Carriage
Missed this article that I was interviewed for in Sea Coast Online, about “the day Tom Thumb came to town.”
Pepperidge Farms Delivers
Check out our latest story, on Pepperidge Farm founder, Margaret Rudkin, at Edible Nutmeg.
A Day in Collinsville
Recently, one of my honors students, Richard Greo, interviewed author David K. Leff about his classic book, The Last Undiscovered Place.
Brainwaves Anthology
My wife, poet Amy Nawrocki, was recently interviewed for the online Brainwaves Anthology. Check out her poetry readings and thoughts on her favorite teacher, Prof. Roxie Ray.
Twist and Shout
Amy and I enjoyed experimenting with soft pretzels and beer for the fall issue of Edible Nutmeg. Read about it here.
Connecticut Grinds out the Submarine Sandwich
My wife and I have a new article in the summer issue of Edible Nutmeg. Get yourself a copy today and check out the article here.
Review of Great Pan is Dead
I was pleased to see a positive notice of my book up at San Francisco Book Review. The reviewer, Danielle McManus, says that “Lehman’s eloquence is deceptive. Despite the apparent simplicity, Great Pan is Dead is a mystifying book that begs to be re-read to grasp its intricacies.”
Ancient Connecticut Drinks
Check out Amy and my latest article in Edible Nutmeg, “The Quintessence of Public Spirits,” about early colonial drinks. And try our easier and more edible version of flip.
Review of Great Pan is Dead
I was pleased to find this review of my latest book on Necromancy Never Pays, one of my favorite places to go for book recommendations. If you don’t have a copy get one here.
Great Pan is Dead Released!
My latest book is out - and I am especially proud of this one. Get your copy today!
Vanguard Podcast #2
I was honored to be interviewed recently by Leslie Browning on The Vanguard about my novel Shadows of Paris and the struggles of being a writer. Listen here.
Quotable New Englander on WLIS/WMRD
Listen to my recent show on WLIS/WMRD with my friend Don DeCesare. Go to "on demand" on the main page, and click on "Quotable New Englander" on Best of the Valley. www.wliswmrd.net My wife’s show should be on soon!
Conversations at Noon Revisited
My appearance on CT-N. Great conversation after my presentation with lots of amazing revelations about America’s first celebrity. This is still my favorite book that I wrote.
Madison Land Trust and the Future of Connecticut Trails
Braved the rain and wind along with 50 other people to go to the annual meeting of the Madison Land Trust. We discussed the ways people fall in love with nature and the land, and I pitched my ideas about connecting the state’s vast network of trails through a website or maps, partnering with bed and breakfasts and other businesses, and setting up a system by which we can bring in more tourists from outside, keep more people here for staycations, and create the conditions under which young people (and spry older folks) might fall in love with their home.
Quotable New Englander Released!
My latest book, the Quotable New Englander, has been released. Perfect gift for the holidays! Get some!
Running Wild Novella Anthology
My novella, “Inside the Whale,” is part of this amazing new anthology by Running Wild Press. Get yourself a copy here. It is not about whales, but about cycling. Those who watch the Tour de France will understand the reference immediately.
Seattle Review Give The Comet's Tail Five Stars
Aron Row at the Seattle Review has given my wife Amy’s amazing memoir five stars in the latest review.